Slow Cooker Lemon Tarragon Chicken Delight
Indulge in this decadent Slow Cooker Lemon Tarragon Chicken Delight that brings the bright flavors of lemon and aromatic tarragon right to your dinner table. Using boneless skinless chicken breasts, this dish proves that you can achieve the essence of a gourmet roasted chicken without turning on your oven. The combination of cream cheese and cream of chicken soup creates a rich and creamy sauce, perfectly coating the tender, shredded chicken. Serve it over your choice of pasta for a comforting, family-friendly meal that will have everyone asking for seconds!
10
Servings
320
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 (trimmed)
preserved lemon rind
1/4 (minced)
garlic powder
2 teaspoons (to taste)
dried tarragon
1 tablespoon
white wine
1/4 cup (dry)
cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
cream of chicken soup
2 (10.5 ounce) cans
pasta of choice
to serve (cooked according to package instructions)
Instructions
1
Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the crock pot.
2
Sprinkle garlic powder and tarragon evenly over the chicken.
3
Pour the white wine over the mixture, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
4
Mince the preserved lemon rind and add it to the crock pot, stirring gently to combine.
5
Set the crock pot to low and cook for 5 to 6 hours, or high for 2 to 3 hours, depending on chicken thickness.
6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
7
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the cream cheese until softened, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
8
Add the cream cheese to the two cans of cream of chicken soup and mix well until smooth.
9
Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot, pour in the cream cheese mixture, and stir to combine.
10
Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour to heat through.
11
Meanwhile, cook your choice of pasta according to package directions.
12
Serve the creamy lemon tarragon chicken over pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
14g
Fat
18g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slow Cooker Lemon Tarragon Chicken Delight?
It is a decadent slow cooker dish featuring boneless chicken breasts in a rich, creamy lemon and tarragon sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
What is the calorie count for a single serving?
Each serving contains 320 calories.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 8 trimmed boneless skinless chicken breasts.
How much dried tarragon is required?
You will need 1 tablespoon of dried tarragon.
What kind of wine should be used for the chicken?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of dry white wine.
What type of lemon ingredient provides the citrus flavor?
The flavor comes from 1/4 cup of minced preserved lemon rind.
How long does the chicken cook on the low setting?
It should cook on low for 5 to 6 hours.
What is the cooking time if I use the high setting?
The chicken will take 2 to 3 hours on high, depending on thickness.
How do I shred the chicken after it is cooked?
Remove the chicken from the pot and use two forks to shred it.
How do I soften the cream cheese for the sauce?
Heat the 8 ounces of cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
What are the ingredients for the creamy sauce?
The sauce consists of softened cream cheese and two 10.5 ounce cans of cream of chicken soup.
When do I add the cream cheese mixture back into the crock pot?
Add it after the chicken has been shredded and returned to the pot.
How long is the final heating stage?
Once the sauce is added, cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
What should I serve with the lemon tarragon chicken?
It is recommended to serve the chicken over your choice of cooked pasta.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 30 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content for this recipe?
There are 14 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 18 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of garlic powder.
What are the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 8 main ingredients in this recipe.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is described as a comforting, family-friendly meal.
How should the preserved lemon rind be prepared?
The preserved lemon rind should be minced before being added to the crock pot.
Can I make this recipe without an oven?
Yes, this dish is designed to be made entirely in a slow cooker or crock pot.
How is the pasta prepared for this meal?
The pasta should be cooked separately according to its package directions.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to place the boneless skinless chicken breasts into the crock pot.
What consistency should the cream cheese and soup mixture have?
The mixture should be stirred well until it is smooth.
Does the recipe require any specific type of pasta?
No, you can use your choice of pasta.
Is the chicken cooked whole or cut up?
The chicken starts whole and is shredded after the initial cooking phase.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include slow cooker, chicken breast, lemon tarragon, creamy chicken, easy recipe, and comfort food.
When do I add the garlic powder and tarragon?
Sprinkle them evenly over the chicken at the very beginning before adding liquid.